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Sustainable Fashion: 5 Eco-friendly fashion brands we’re loving right now

Hello fashionistas! Fall is nearly upon us, and I for one am in the midst of building up my new fall wordrobe (as I’m sure many of you are as well)! But while sorting through the clothing rack, how often do you check the label for what its made of?  I’m sure by now most of you have heard the term “eco friendly”, or “environmentally friendly” fashion. What exactly is it? Quite simply, it’s choosing natural fabrics over artificial, and opting for clothes that are good for the environment rather than ones that hurt it.  It’s important to understand where are clothes come from and what they’re made of. Sustainable fashion is a way to feel fashionable and stylish and also help the environment. And with countless designers of all sorts contrinbuting to the movement,  eco-friendly fashion is more popular now than ever. 

Here are some eco-friendly brands and clothing items we’re loving right now! 

People Tree: Founded in 2001, People Tree was one of the first clothing brands to advocate eco-friendly fashion. They also advocate fair trade practices, which promote sustainability and strive to prevent poverty. Website: http://www.peopletree.co.uk/

Urban Renewal by Urban Outfitters: Urban Outfitter’s “Urban Renewal” line take vintage pieces and  materials and rework them into modern designs. Webiste: http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/category.jsp?id=W_APP_COLLE…

Gypsy Rose: Gypsy Rose is a US-based clothing boutique that sells earth-friendly handmade clothing items. You can find really cool 1970’s inspired clothing, as well as  accessories, home decor, and more. Another perk? Many of their clothes are one-size-fits most! Website: http://www.gypsyrose.com/

100%NY: 100%NY offers sporty chic, contemporary designer sportswear made from eco-friendly fabrics. Their designs are sleek and modern and designed with eco-conscious fashionista in  mind.Webiste: http://www.100percentny.com/

Think Boutique: Think Boutique is an online fashion site that promotes eco-friendly and sustainable fashion by selling recycled clothing and garments designed by the worlds leading ethical designers.  Website: http://www.thinkboutique.co.uk/

Are you an advocate of eco-friendly fashion? What are your favorite eco-friendly stores, sites or designers? Comment below! 

Crystal Nicole  is  a Contributing Blogger at HerCampus.com, and she also blogs www.missmodernvintage.blogspot.com.  Crystal is also an undergraduate at NYU, where she is stuyding Creative Writing and Acting. She hopes to pursue writing in the mediums fashion, journalism, and screenwriting. She is also an aspiring actress. You can follow her on Twitter at @msmodernvintage